Cwm Taf Health Board: Latest News

Improving quality reduces costs, according to new white paper

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:36:27 GMT

NHS Wales can provide superior care while saving money according to a new 1000 Lives Plus white paper, described as a “pivotal document” by David Sissling, Chief Executive of NHS Wales.

Creating a person-centred healthcare system

Fri, 18 May 2012 10:52:50 GMT

A new white paper from 1000 Lives Plus outlines some of the ways NHS Wales needs to adapt to become a healthcare system that is genuinely patient-centred.

Patient feedback to measure quality of NHS in future

Fri, 18 May 2012 10:35:49 GMT

Plans designed to ensure patients in Wales receive excellent quality care, wherever and whenever they need it, have been published by the Welsh Government.

Let your good idea Shine!

Thu, 17 May 2012 11:52:24 GMT

The Health Foundation’s innovation programme, Shine, is now open for funding applications until 17 July 2012, with over £1 million available to support up to 18 innovative healthcare teams.

Healthcare and the Armed Forces Community in Wales

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:44:23 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has published a report following a Survey of Healthcare for the Armed Forces Community in Wales.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes its report following a Survey of Healthcare for the Armed Forces Community in Wales

Wed, 09 May 2012 13:57:52 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has today published a report on ‘Healthcare and the Armed Forces community in Wales.’

THE BEST CONFIGURATION OF HOSPITAL SERVICES FOR WALES - a report by the Welsh Institute for Health and Social Care

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:48:43 GMT

The report has been produced by Professor Marcus Longley MA (Oxon), MScEcon, PhD, FFPH, AHSM who is Director of the Welsh Institute for Health and Social Care and Professor of Applied Health Policy at the University of Glamorgan.

Minor Injury Unit at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon

Fri, 04 May 2012 10:37:35 GMT

Opening Hours - 09:00 - 16:30hrs Mon-Fri, excluding Bank Holidays.

Case studies highlight examples of patient and person driven care from across Wales

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:48:49 GMT

1000 Lives Plus is launching a series of case studies showcasing tools and techniques applied by teams across Wales to ensure their services are centred on the needs and wishes of patients and their families.

Improving treatment for individuals with eating disorders

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:18:06 GMT

The number of people developing eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia is on the increase in Wales with around 1,000 new cases diagnosed each year.

National recognition for the all-Wales Enhanced Recovery after Surgery programme

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:51:16 GMT

NHS Wales staff involved in work to improve the quality of patient care following major surgery are celebrating after winning a UK-wide award.

Wales well represented at International Forum on Quality and Safety in Healthcare

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:00:38 GMT

Quality improvement in Welsh healthcare will be presented to healthcare professionals from across the globe at the International Forum on Quality and Safety in Healthcare 2012, taking place in Paris this week (17-20 April).

Appointment and Re-Appointment of Board Members to Local Health Boards and NHS Trusts

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:19:53 GMT

Health Minister, Lesley Griffiths, has made the following announcement.

Ysbyty Cwm Cynon

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 11:26:17 GMT

Departmental moves from Aberdare Hospital to Ysbyty Cwm Cynon will commence on 12th April with all departments relocated by 23rd April. The Outpatient Department will be operational from 25th April 2012.

Review of the Care & Safety of Patients Cared for at Cefn Coed Hospital

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:26:48 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes its report following a review of the care and safety of patients cared for at Cefn Coed Hospital in Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board (ABMU).

Improving Patient Care - NHS Wales Awards 2012 Finalists Announced

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:48:34 GMT

The finalists for the NHS Wales Awards 2012, announced today (Monday, April 2, 2012), reveal a high standard of diverse and innovative work that is delivering improved patient care across Wales.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Independent Review of the Management of Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Boards (ABMU) Response to the ESBL E.COLI cross Infection in the Maternity/Neonatal Unit at Singleton Hospital

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:15:00 GMT

HIW is to undertake an independent review of Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board's response to the outbreak & cross infection of ESBL E.COLI that occured at the maternity/neonatal unit in November 2011.

Launch of a new campaign to reduce the use of catheters and cannulas

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:00:38 GMT

A new campaign to improve the quality and safety of patient care through better use of urinary catheters and intravenous cannulas and reduce the number being used in patient care has been launched by 1000 Lives Plus.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Publishes Findings From Our Review of Substance Misuse Services in Wales

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 13:31:12 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes its report following a review of the provision of Substance Misuse Services across Wales.

National and international approaches to improvement

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 09:47:37 GMT

The latest edition of the 1000 Lives Plus e-newsletter contains news of the forthcoming national roll-out of a new early warning score to detect illness, new initiatives to reshape stroke services, and details of an international conference for healthcare students.

A Review of Governance Arrangements

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:17:18 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales

Review of Governance Arrangements at Cwm Taf Health Board

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 13:33:05 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes its report following a review of the governance and accountability arrangements that Cwm Taf Health Board has put in place to ensure the quality and safety of patient care.

Improving the patient experience through Transforming Care

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:05:28 GMT

Nurses spending more time at the bedside, improved ward environments and a significant reduction in pressure ulcers are just some of benefits patients have received thanks to the Transforming Care programme, which is being celebrated today at a special event in Cardiff.

New project will help people recovering from stroke

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 09:13:01 GMT

Stroke survivors and carers from across Wales are being asked to share their experiences to help shape a new Wales-wide project called Life After Stroke.

Official Opening of Ty Llidiard, Princess of Wales Hospital

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:06:06 GMT

The Minister for Health & Social Services will be officially opening the Unit this morning.

Making sure care is safe in complex, high-risk working environments

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:15:55 GMT

“We need to make sure that our systems are performing at their optimal best, otherwise the performance of our teams and the care outcomes of our patients will be affected,” says Canadian and NASA astronaut Dr Dave Williams in a new white paper from 1000 Lives Plus.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales to Review Patient Care at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:50:39 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) is to undertake an independent review of patient care provided at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, part of the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB).

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Independent Review of the Urology Services at Hywel Dda Health Board

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:38:24 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) is to undertake an independent review of the arrangements that the Health Board have put in place.

Accessible Healthcare for People with Sensory Loss in Wales

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:15:32 GMT

HIW is pleased to have contributed to the Accessible Healthcare for People with Sensory Loss in Wales: Final Report of the Accessible Healthcare for People with Sensory Loss Steering Group.

HIW Newsletter February 2012

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:27:05 GMT

Current news from HIW - February 2012

Protection for People with Mental Incapacity HIW and CSSIW Joint Report on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:28:13 GMT

Making decisions for ourselves is something many of us take for granted, but in some circumstances, that right may be taken away from us for our own safety. The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards provide a legal framework to protect us if this happens.

First Point of Contact - Service Standards

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:36:28 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales is committed to providing excellent standards of service. During 2011 we sought to strengthen our customer service by providing dedicated training to our staff and reviewing our arrangements for dealing with enquiries and requests for advice and information from members of the public and others.

An update from the Joint Inspectorate Programme.

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:40:07 GMT

With the launch of the website Inspection Wales under its belt, the Joint Inspectorate Programme is now working on keeping the website current and up to date. With the help of the Communications working group the site is being edited, improved and reviewed.

Physios in Wales learn to use patients' stories to help improve services

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:59:02 GMT

1000 Lives Plus recently ran a two-day training course in using patient stories for physiotherapists from across Wales. The course was funded by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy’s Welsh Board.

National Preventive Mechanism publishes Annual Report into state of UK Detention: Progress Made

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:17:51 GMT

The second annual report of the UK’s National Preventive Mechanism (NPM) is published today, giving an overview of the state of detention in prisons, police custody, children’s secure accommodation, immigration, military and mental health detention.

News of improvements around Wales

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:52:16 GMT

The February issue of the 1000 Lives Plus e-Newsletter contains several stories of improvement work taking place around Wales.

Empowering staff to make changes that benefit patients

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:02:48 GMT

Nursing staff from across the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board have increased the amount of time they spend directly caring for patients through the Transforming Care programme.

Ensuring patients receive better, safer care closer to home

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:49:22 GMT

Patients will receive even better care in the community thanks to new improvements to be delivered by GPs as part of the 1000 Lives Plus national programme.

Cardiff to host annual UK IHI Open School Conference this March

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:15:10 GMT

1000 Lives Plus is teaming up with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement Open School and the NHS Institute for Innovation and Improvement to host ‘Small Changes, Big Impact’ - the annual IHI Open School (UK) Conference, taking place in Cardiff on 23 -24 March.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Annual Report 2010 - 2011

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:40:05 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales, Wales’s independent healthcare watchdog today launches its seventh Annual Report.

1000 Lives Plus Faculty member awarded OBE for services to stroke medicine

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:20:31 GMT

Dr Anne Freeman, who advises 1000 Lives Plus improvements in stroke services, has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List. Anne was recognised for her contribution to stroke medicine and medical education in Wales.

New scoring system will save lives

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:41:34 GMT

The National Early Warning Score (NEWS) is a simple system that hospital staff can use to assess whether patients are developing potentially life-threatening illnesses. It is being introduced in hospitals throughout Wales as part of the national improvement programme, 1000 Lives Plus.

Health and Social Care need to work better together to improve services for older people in Wales

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:55:07 GMT

Health and social care need to work better together with other partners to shift the focus of care to health promotion, prevention, well-being and empowerment for older people in Wales.

Draft Strategic Equality Plan (for consultation - ends 27th January 2012)

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 09:07:33 GMT

All public service organisation in Wales are statutorily required to publish their approved Strategic Equality Plans by no later than 2nd April 2012.

Cleanliness Spot Check Report on the University Hospital of Wales Published Today

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:43:31 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has today published a report following an unannounced spot check at the University Hospital of Wales (UHW), Cardiff.

Cleanliness Spot Check Report on the Royal Gwent Hospital Published

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:14:19 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has today published a report following an unannounced spot check at the Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport.

Bedside 'Swallow Test' for Stroke Patients

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:20:47 GMT

A new screening tool has been developed to immediately identify stroke patients with swallowing difficulties

Minister for Health and Social Services Says Violence and Aggression Against Staff Will Not Be Tolerated

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:57:32 GMT

Since 2009 Welsh Government, the NHS, Police and the Crown Prosecution Service have been working together to reduce the risks of violence and aggression against health workers.

The treatment of children and young people in police custody must focus more on safeguarding their welfare

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:10:53 GMT

The provision of Appropriate Adults for children in police custody focuses on complying with Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) 1984 legislation.

Photos give patient's view point of NHS Wales

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:11:31 GMT

NHS staff across Wales took part in an international photo campaign called ‘One day in the life of a patient’ recently.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales to Review NHS Provision for the Armed Forces Community in Wales

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:11:50 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW), Wales’s independent health watchdog, is conducting a review of the adequacy, availability and accessibility of NHS provision for Armed Forces personnel, their families and veterans in Wales.

Health Minister launches nursing version of quality improvement guide

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:05:28 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths launched a special ‘nursing edition’ of ‘The 1000 Lives Plus Quality Improvement Guide’ on Tuesday, 29 November.

Staff and students invited to capture patient viewpoint on camera

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:38:56 GMT

1000 Lives Plus is asking health professionals and other frontline staff in NHS Wales, healthcare students and academics to take part in a worldwide photo campaign to promote empathy, compassion and patient and family-centred care.

Agencies in Pembrokeshire must improve to safeguard and protect children

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:28:21 GMT

Agencies in Pembrokeshire have not always worked effectively to protect children from abuse by professionals, and improvements are needed, a joint inspectorate report published today has found.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales Publishes Findings of a Review into Tremorfa Homicide

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:05:19 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes its report following a review of a homicide carried out by a mental health service user in the Tremorfa area of Cardiff on 6 June 2009.

A summary of the response to our consultation - Three Year Programme 2011-2014

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:01:21 GMT

In August 2011 HIW published its Three Year Programme 2011-2014. It sets out a comprehensive programme of review activity targeted in those areas where we consider we can make a significant contribution to improving the quality, safety, effectiveness and efficiency

Health Minister says you can 'Count me in!'

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 10:50:48 GMT

Health Minister Lesley Griffiths extended her thanks to NHS staff engaged in 1000 Lives Plus at the programme’s National Learning Event on Tuesday 8 November 2011.

Delivering reliable ward care

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 10:45:03 GMT

1000 Lives Plus has worked with NHS organisations around Wales to produce five short films highlighting major improvements happening in Welsh healthcare.

New White Paper outlines lessons learned from international best practice

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 10:36:15 GMT

‘Quality, Development and Leadership – Lessons to Learn from Jönköping’ is the latest white paper from the 1000 Lives Plus national programme.

Welsh Language Board Overview Report 2010/11

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 13:24:05 GMT

The report is now available on the NHS Welsh Language Unit website

Raising concerns and complaints about health services in Wales

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 11:05:11 GMT

HIW has published a new booklet which explains how to raise a concern or make a complaint about health services in Wales.

Together for Health

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:04:23 GMT

This document is a five year vision for the NHS in Wales and sets out proposals to improve health for everyone in Wales.

Joint working: the future of inspection and audit in Wales

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:46:57 GMT

This month, the four main inspection, audit and regulatory bodies in Wales, Estyn, CSSIW, HIW and the WAO, launch www.inspectwales.com which provides information on the impact and nature of their work.

Local Safeguarding Children Boards are not Demonstrating their Impact on Children's Lives

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 14:02:42 GMT

Local Safeguarding Children Boards (LSCBs) are not demonstrating effectively how they are improving outcomes for children and young people in Wales.

Cleanliness Spot Check Report on Bronglais Hospital Published

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 13:29:06 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has today published a report following an unannounced spot check at a hospital in Aberystwyth.

Merthyr Tydfil Health, Social Care & Well-Being Strategy 2011 - 2014

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 10:34:27 GMT

The Health, Social Care & Well-being (HSCWB) Strategy is a statutory plan written in partnership by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council (CBC), Cwm Taf Local Health Board and the Third Sector.

NHS Wales learns from NASA

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT

The new-look 1000 Lives Plus e-Newsletter contains the latest news from the national improvement programme.

Royal College of Nursing hosts online seminar about preventing Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT

Nurses seeking to save lives by preventing Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) in health care are invited to take part in an online seminar focusing on this life-threatening event, arranged by the Learning and Development Institute at the Royal College of Nursing (RCN).

Velindre Cancer Centre leads the way towards improving cancer care

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Velindre Cancer Centre is gaining national recognition for their work to improve patient care by adapting improvement techniques and tools to make them suitable to a ‘cancer care’ setting.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales publishes its Three Year Work Programme

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 10:13:50 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW), the leading regulator of healthcare is today publishing its plans and priorities for the next three years (2011-2014).

Minor Injuries Closure Over Bank Holiday

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:33:56 GMT

Minor Injuries Units at Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda and Aberdare Hospital will not be open this Bank Holiday Monday

All-Wales illness response system showcased to rest of UK

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT

A member of the 1000 Lives Plus Faculty has been invited to present his team’s ground-breaking work on Rapid Response to Acute Illness at the Society for Acute Medicine (SAM) 5th International Conference, at Imperial College, London in September.

E.coli O157 update

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:56:58 GMT

Please see attached update on the outbreak of E.coli O157. One additional case has been confirmed, bringing the total number of cases so far to eight, with four still under investigation.

CWM TAF HEALTH BOARD ANNUAL PUBLIC MEETING 2011

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:56:43 GMT

28th September 2011 commencing at 2 pm in the Rhondda and Cynon Rooms in Ynysmeurig House, Abercynon.

Local Supervising Authority (LSA) Annual Report to the Nursing and Midwifery Council 2010-2011

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 09:04:04 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) published (Tuesday 16 August 2011) its third Local Supervising Authority (LSA) Annual Report on the Statutory Supervision of Midwives in Wales.

Outbreak of E.coli 0157

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:44:58 GMT

1000 Lives Plus e-Newsletter marks improvement milestones in North Wales

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT

The latest edition of the 1000 Lives Plus e-Newsletter includes details of significant work to reduce infections and pressure ulcers in North Wales – including wards that have gone 500 days without incidents.

Raising awareness of infections

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Visitors to the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board’s stand at the National Eisteddfod in Wrexham were able to learn first hand about the importance of effective hand washing to prevent the spread of infections.

Helping patients recover more quickly from orthopaedic surgery

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

1000 Lives Plus has extended the Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) mini-collaborative to include patients undergoing orthopaedic surgery in Wales.

Rhondda Cynon Taff Health, Social Care and Well-being Strategy 2011 - 2014

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 09:33:21 GMT

The Health, Social Care and Well-Being Partnership for Rhondda Cynon Taf, has produced the third HSC&WB Strategy covering the period 2011-2014. This three year plan is about everybody in RCT.

Visible leadership leads to improvement

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT

The Welsh NHS Confederation, which represents all local health boards and trusts in Wales, believes that much of the reason the 1000 Lives Plus programme is so successful is because of the emphasis it places on leadership to make improvement happen everywhere.

Lessons from NASA help improvement work in NHS Wales

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT

A NASA Astronaut and A&E consultant has shared insights into creating safer working systems with NHS staff across Wales, in a online seminar organised by 1000 Lives Plus.

Minister for Health & Social Services visits Cwm Taf Health Board 14 July 2011

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:41:24 GMT

The Minister officially launched the Cymru Hospital Acute Neonatal Transfer Service (CHANTS) at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital which was followed by the official opening of the MRI Scanner on 14 July 2011

1000 Lives Plus e-Newsletter celebrates awards win

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT

The latest edition of the 1000 Lives Plus e-Newsletter has been sent. It includes articles about 1000 Lives Plus initiatives that were successful in the NHS Wales Awards last week, and an introduction to the 1000 Lives Plus Quality Improvement Guide.

1000 Lives Plus initiatives win NHS Wales Awards

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Better peri-operative care leading to faster recovery from knee surgery and ward-wide action to prevent pressure ulcers have been recognised in this year’s NHS Wales Awards.

NHS Wales Awards 2011

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 16:45:12 GMT

Award Winner - Professor Haray and team

Cleanliness Spot Check Carried out at Ysbyty Gwynedd

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:29:02 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has today published a report following an unannounced cleanliness spot check at a hospital in Bangor.

Cleanliness Spot Check Report on Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital Published

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:16:05 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has today published a report following an unannounced spot check at a hospital in Powys.

All Wales Policy on Individual Patient Funding Requests

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 13:34:23 GMT

The All Wales Policy on Individual Patient Funding Requests is published across Wales today as part of its equality impact assessment.

Improvements in the Quality and Delivery of Interventions to Tackle Offending Behaviour Needed, say Inspectors

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 13:27:28 GMT

Interventions to prevent young people from reoffending need to be planned better, delivered better and evaluated better, despite many examples of good practice, said independent inspectors as they published the report of a joint inspection of Youth Offending Teams (YOTs).

Would today's NHS be recognisable to its founder, Aneurin Bevan? - New 1000 Lives Plus White Paper

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A new White Paper produced by 1000 Lives Plus and the Bevan Commission analyses the current NHS structures in Wales, Scotland and England, and asks whether the NHS is sticking to its founding principles.

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales publishes findings of review into Caerphilly homicide

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:06:17 GMT

Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) today publishes its report following a review of a homicide carried out by a mental health service user in the village of Llanbradach, Caerphilly on 24 March 2009.

Rising numbers of measles cases in Wales

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:44:50 GMT

Public Health Wales is urging parents in Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf to get their children vaccinated with MMR following increases of measles cases across Wales.

Preventing falls -- restoring confidence

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT

Four short films shown at the 1000 Lives Plus National Learning Event reveal the tremendous progress being made to reduce falls among older people.

Minister for Health & Social Services, Lesley Griffiths, visits Cwm Taf - 16 June 2011

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:46:16 GMT

Minister enjoys a tour of departments in the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda and Prince Charles Hospital

5 April 2011: The Public Services Ombudsman for Wales Published a Report about the actions of HIW

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 12:41:14 GMT

The Public Services Ombudsman for Wales, Peter Tyndall, today published a report on his investigation into a complaint about the actions of Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW), Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales and the Welsh Assembly Government.

Helping Cancer Patients With Depression

Thu, 19 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT

Cancer patients with depression will receive more support and treatment thanks to new measures being introduced by Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff.

Glan Clwyd Critical Care staff celebrate 500 days of being 'Ventilator Associated Pneumonia' free

Fri, 06 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Since November 2009 there have not been any incidences of Ventilator Associated Pneumonia on the Critical Care unit at Glan Clwyd Hospital. Staff have been celebrating their success in preventing a potentially harmful condition.

Welsh Stroke Conference will help spread best practice

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT

The 10th Welsh Stroke Conference will take place on Friday 17 June 2011, at the Riverfront Centre, Newport. Speakers from NHS organisations in Wales will showcase advances in local service delivery and examples of good practice in Wales

New 1000 Lives Plus White Paper unpacks ideas about improving NHS systems

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT

A new White Paper from 1000 Lives Plus applies the knowledge of systems thinking to improving the care offered by NHS Wales and the wider Public Sector.